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Found Poem: Waking Up Trans in 2026
My alarm goes off at 6:07. The sun sneaks through the space in the blinds, and sunlight offers a quick snapshot of my life: my partner, already alert, curled into my chest, her long dark hair stretching toward my shoulders. A soft good morning. The dog, head resting on my foot, his golden hair the color of summer. The latest art project-- a mannequin, painted metallic rose, catching light by the window. The shadow of my favorite tree just beyond it. My binder and socks cr
Kir O'Hanlon
Jun 184 min read


The Rising Tide: Sexual Assault Since 2000
Sexual assault remains a profound public health crisis in America and around the world. While liability metrics and campus protocols have...
Kir O'Hanlon
Jun 18, 20252 min read


Celebrating PRIDE Month in Philadelphia
Philadelphia’s annual “Pride Weekend” (May 30–June 1, 2025) marks only the kickoff. Events spread across June include the flag-raising,...
Kir O'Hanlon
Jun 18, 20251 min read


The Polaris Project: Yearning for Freedom and Resilience
Founded in 2002, Polaris (originally Polaris Project) is a leading U.S. nonprofit dedicated to combating human trafficking. From...
Kir O'Hanlon
Jun 18, 20251 min read
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